Up And Away

Put medicines up and away after each use. Never leave medicines out on a kitchen counter or at a sick childs bedside, even if you have to give the medicine again in a few hours. Always put every medicine and vitamin away every time you use it, including those you use every day. Make sure the safety cap is locked. Always relock the safety cap on med... icine bottles. If the medicine has a locking cap that turns, twist it until you hear the click or until you cant twist anymore. Remember, even though many medicines and vitamins have safety caps, children may be able to open them, so store all medicines up and away and out of sight. Teach your children about medicine safety. Its important to teach your children what medicine is and why you or another caregiver must be the one to give it to them. Never tell your children medicine is candy, even if they dont like to take their medicine. Tell guests about medicine safety. Always remind guests to keep purses, bags, or coats that have medicines in them up and away and out of sight when theyre in your home. You can share this important information with your friends and family by sharing our resources with them on Facebook and Twitter.Read More